Khalid Forced to Reveal His Sexuality After Being Outed by Alleged Ex
Khalid, the chart-topping R&B star, was thrust into the spotlight this week when an ex-partner seemingly outed him on social media.
On Friday, November 22, Khalid took to Twitter to address the sudden flurry of gossip surrounding his sexuality.
His reaction? A no-nonsense acknowledgment that it was no one’s business—except for his own.
“I got outted, and the world still continues to turn,” he wrote, making it clear he wasn’t losing any sleep over the revelation.
“Let’s get this straight (lmao), I am not ashamed of my sexuality!” Khalid added.
The singer made it clear that he wasn’t hiding anything.
However, things took a dramatic turn when fellow artist Hugo Almonte allegedly took to social media with some serious accusations.
Almonte, speaking about past sexual encounters with unnamed artists, shared a bombshell: “One of your favorite gay R&B singers tried to set me up,” he wrote.
He claimed that the singer in question offered him drugs and falsely accused him of breaking into his house.
Almonte’s post then included a photo of himself with Khalid, hinting that the person in question was the “OTW” hitmaker.
The comments quickly spread across social media, prompting fans and critics alike to demand answers from Khalid.
Instead of getting caught up in the drama, Khalid responded with a simple, “There y’all go. Next topic, please lol.”
He didn’t just stop there, though. In response to a fan who questioned his sexuality, Khalid posted, “I am [gay] and that’s okay.”
He wasn’t going to let the outing derail him.
“I wasn’t hiding anything!” Khalid reiterated, emphasizing that his sexuality has always been his business—and no one else’s.
The 26-year-old singer took a deep breath and reminded everyone, “It ain’t nobody’s business, but I am okay with me. Love y’all.”
But what prompted this unexpected exposure? To understand why things got messy, we need to dig deeper into the past of these two artists.
The Backstory: Khalid and Almonte’s Complicated History
Khalid, whose smooth vocals and relatable lyrics made him an international star, has always kept his personal life mostly private.
Known for songs like “Location” and “Young Dumb & Broke,” Khalid has built a loyal following thanks to his laid-back vibe and nonchalant attitude.
However, not much has been known about his romantic relationships—until now.
Almonte, a lesser-known artist, gained attention recently for his pointed accusations on social media.
In interviews, Almonte has claimed that his relationship with Khalid was short-lived but memorable—for all the wrong reasons.
He described feeling manipulated and gaslit after their breakup, even alleging that Khalid had tried to silence him using his star power.
“I simply ended our relationship, and he tried to use his fame to keep me quiet,” Almonte told Rolling Stone.
While Almonte never named Khalid directly in his posts, the clues were obvious.
He referred to the singer as one of “your favorite gay R&B singers,” and posted a photo of the two of them together, further fueling speculation.
Khalid, who has always been known for his chill demeanor, didn’t respond to Almonte’s claims immediately.
Instead, he chose to let the noise die down, confident in his own identity.
In his Twitter response, Khalid acknowledged the drama but made it clear that it wasn’t going to change who he was or how he viewed himself.
“I wasn’t hiding anything,” Khalid said. “It’s just not any of your business.”
He even thanked a fan who defended him on social media, noting that his hit “Satellite” from 2022 was an anthem for LGBTQ+ listeners.
Despite the ongoing rumors and claims, Khalid made it clear that his sexuality wasn’t a secret—it was just never something he felt needed to be announced.
The Fallout and the Fans’ Reaction
While Khalid was publicly nonchalant about the entire situation, fans reacted with mixed emotions.
Many rallied behind the singer, defending him against Almonte’s accusations, pointing to Khalid’s long history of inclusivity in his music and public persona.
“Y’all missed it when Khalid dropped his LGBTQ anthem in 2022,” one fan tweeted, referencing “Satellite,” a song often praised for its subtle nod to LGBTQ+ themes.
Others took the opportunity to criticize Almonte for his actions, questioning his motives.
Some fans speculated that Almonte might have been trying to gain attention by revealing Khalid’s sexuality, something the singer has always kept under wraps.
Khalid, however, remained unbothered, continuing to share memes and playful messages on his social media.
It’s clear that he’s not letting the drama affect his vibe.
“Thank you,” he tweeted in response to the fan defending him, reinforcing that his sexuality wasn’t something that needed to be “outed.”
As the weeks go on, it seems that the conversation surrounding Khalid’s sexuality will die down, but the message he left behind was loud and clear.
Khalid’s response has shown that he’s proud of who he is, and he’s not letting anyone dictate how he should live or love.
“It ain’t nobody’s business,” he repeated, reminding everyone to mind their own.
The pop world has moved on, but one thing remains: Khalid’s authenticity.
And that’s exactly why his fans continue to support him, no matter who he loves.